“In 2014, 4.6 billion travelers landed in India, and today, with the number of airports increasing from 74 to a whopping 157, almost 7 billion people are landing in India. . And within this figure, 35% of people arrive solely for vacation and recreation, ”said the Minister of Civil Aviation in his speech.
The ministry said it is now connecting many previously “unserved” and “underserved” airports near scenic beauty.
He praised the Narendra Modi government’s UDAAN plan for bringing air travel closer to the common man.
“We are looking at further connecting the hinterland near these unexplored gems by creating more airports. We are fully aligned with the tourism sector,” the Union Civil Aviation Minister said. added.
The ministry said it is also working hard to improve connectivity for seaplanes and helicopters.
Air travel is a fundamental link paving the way for foreign tourists to reach India, and “we should work together” to maximize the country’s tourism potential. said the minister.
With the aim of leveraging tourism as a key instrument for sustainable development, especially poverty alleviation, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has decided to celebrate World Tourism Day on September 27 every year.
